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King Harris, the 21-year-old son of T.I. and Tiny Harris, was arrested early Sunday morning in Gwinnett County, Georgia following a high-speed traffic stop. The aspiring rapper now faces felony drug possession charges after police recovered a controlled substance during the stop. The arrest became viral online when a booking photo emerged showing Harris wearing a Pikachu onesie.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Arrest Time: Early Sunday morning, April 14, 2026, at 2:32 AM
- Location: Gwinnett County, Georgia, during traffic stop for excessive speeding
- Main Charges: Felony possession of controlled substance, misdemeanor obstruction of law enforcement
- Notable Detail: Harris was wearing a Pikachu onesie when arrested and in booking photo
Son of Rap Legend T.I. Faces Felony Drug Charge
King Harris, the son of Atlanta-based rapper T.I. (Clifford Harris) and R and B singer Tameka “Tiny” Harris, was arrested following a late-night traffic stop. Officers clocked King doing over 75 mph in a 45 mph zone while driving a Cybertruck early Sunday morning. The traffic stop quickly escalated when officers identified a firearm in the vehicle.
Harris refused multiple commands to exit the vehicle, choosing instead to remain in the driver’s seat despite repeated police requests. After several refusals and calls to his lawyer, officers placed him in custody. The encounter was captured on police body camera footage, which was later obtained by media outlets.
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What Happened During the Traffic Stop
Gwinnett County police officers pulled over King Harris in the early morning hours after observing him speeding significantly over the posted limit. When officers approached the vehicle, they discovered a firearm apparently in the car, prompting them to order Harris to exit for safety reasons.
Harris declined to comply with law enforcement commands, remaining seated in his Pikachu costume while officers explained the necessity of securing the vehicle. According to search results, an officer explained they were trying to separate the rapper from a potential firearm. Police also discovered a THC vape pen containing 10 milligrams of THC, which resulted in the felony possession charge.
Arrest Details and Charges
| Charge | Classification |
| Possession of Controlled Substance | Felony |
| Willful Obstruction of Law Enforcement | Misdemeanor |
| Speeding (24 mph over limit) | Traffic Citation |
| Seatbelt Violation | Traffic Citation |
According to Gwinnett County jail records, King Harris was booked at 2:32 AM and released on bond shortly after 8 AM on the same day. The 21-year-old rapper faces multiple charges stemming from the traffic stop. Beyond the felony drug possession charge, a misdemeanor charge of willful obstruction was filed due to his refusal to exit the vehicle when ordered by police.
“King was booked on a felony charge for possession of a controlled substance, a misdemeanor charge of willful obstruction of law enforcement officers, and hit with two traffic citations for a seatbelt violation and speeding.”
— TMZ, Entertainment News
T.I. Arrives at Scene But Cannot Resolve Situation
T.I., King’s father, arrived at the scene after police cuffed his son and used his phone to call for vehicle pickup. According to body camera footage obtained by TMZ, the Atlanta rap legend asked officers if they could resolve the situation immediately and directly. However, officers declined to negotiate, refusing to release the younger Harris or drop the charges on the scene.
T.I. and Tiny Harris moved to secure their son’s release through proper legal channels. King Harris was released on bond the same morning after being booked, though the felony charges remain pending. The incident sparked widespread discussion on social media, particularly regarding the unusual image of the Pikachu onesie visible in the booking photograph.
What comes next for King Harris in the Georgia legal system?
The 21-year-old aspiring rapper now faces the prospect of dealing with a felony drug possession charge, which carries serious legal implications. It remains unclear when Harris will be required to appear in Gwinnett County court to address the charges formally. Legal experts suggest the felony possession charge poses the most significant legal risk moving forward.
King Harris has maintained an active social media presence following his release. Shortly after his arrest, he posted a video on Instagram showing himself in Tokyo wearing the same Pikachu outfit, lipsynching to his song “Made Man” and captioning the post with commentary about the arrest using police and Pokémon references. The incident marks a significant moment for the young entertainer, who aspires to build a rap career like his father.
Sources
- TMZ – Exclusive body cam footage and arrest details
- CBS Atlanta – Jail records and official arrest information
- Complex Music – Comprehensive coverage of charges and circumstances
